Photo: National Night Out
Amari Spencer, left, 7, and Isaiah Banik, right, 3, both of Starkville, get their faces painted by members of the Oktibbeha County 4-H Tuesday during the fourth National Night Out at the Starkville Sportsplex. Starkville Police Department hosts the annual nationwide event, which promotes police and community partnership and raises awareness for crime prevention. Spencer is the daughter of Nicole and Trey Spencer. Banik is the son of Kelly and Robert Banik. Columbus will celebrate National Night Out from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 14 at the police department. Miles Layton/Dispatch Staff
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